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Correo Electrónico
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Ingredientes
- 1 cup butter, softened
- 1 cup brown sugar, firmly packed
- 3 eggs
- 1 teaspoon vanilla
- 1 tablespoon orange zest
- 1 cup flour
- 4 cups rolled oats (do not use instant)
- 1/4 cup wheat germ
- 1/4 All Bran (Bran Buds) crushed
- 1 cup shredded coconut
- 1 cup chopped pecans, toasted
- 1/2 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips
- Coating:
- 1/2 cup sugar
- 1 teaspoon cinnamon
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24 de Febrero de 2011This looks great Nan! Thanks for sharing. I've saved it to the Try Soon folder in my recipe box and will let you know how it is!
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